Continued to build capability as a Tiritibased organisation Committed to environmental sustainability Te Kāhui Tika Tangata has committed to becoming a Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based organisation. A key part of this includes strengthening staff capability to contribute and deliver on this journey. The following initiatives have been undertaken over the past year to support this: As an organisation, connecting with people and communities is important, which creates a tension for us in terms of reducing our carbon impact. We continually review and monitor our air travel, using alternative ways of connecting, and we do not own fleet vehicles. Our recently approved Carbon Emissions policy sets out the Commission’s commitment to minimising the impact of our operations on the environment and integrating environmental considerations into our business practices. • Tools and resources were developed and professional development opportunities provided to support staff to increase their understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous Rights and Human Rights and apply the knowledge to their work; • Workshops were held where teams developed plans to contribute to the organisation’s Te Tiriti journey; and • A ‘Te Tiriti o Waitangi Champion Network’, a community of practice, was established where staff can meet to share ideas related to applying Te Tiriti within their work. In 2023/24 we intend to implement our ongoing Tiriti-based organisation learning and development programme, provide public resources about Te Tiriti and human rights and continue external engagement with Tangata Whenua. 44 Pūrongo ā-tau Annual Report 2023 Good employer of highly capable, productive staff We are committed to being a good employer. Our organisational values, Mana Tangata, MaiaTika-Pono, Whānaungatanga, and the principles and practice of equal employment opportunities are embedded in our organisational policies and practice.